Recall 12V267000: 2012–2013 BMW X5 and 1 other model

Report received

Jun 13, 2012

Manufacturer

Bmw of north america, llc

Potentially affected

2,642vehicles

Model years

2012–2013

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Bmw is recalling certain model year 2012 x5 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and 2013 x5 and x6 vehicles. Due to a machining error of the steering gear surface, power steering fluid may leak.

Possible consequence

Leaking power steering fluid can spray onto hot exhaust parts, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Remedy

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the steering gear free of charge. The safety recall began on july 20, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2012 BMW X5271 complaints
• 2013 BMW X5149 complaints
• 2013 BMW X625 complaints